PDO Threadlift

PDO Threadlift

Polydioxanone (PDO) threads are a special medical grade thread that is thinner than hair, made of protein. Research has confirmed that PDO relaxes tendons and muscles, whilst a foreign body reaction improves the blood flow to the area stimulating neocollagenesis (the production of new collagen in the skin). It also stimulates elastin and hyaluronic acid, both substances are key to maintaining firm, youthful looking skin. 

Thread lifts help stimulate collagen production, for youthful-looking skin. In addition to this, the threads pulls your face taut, eliminating wrinkles and giving you an overall smoother appearance. The areas of your face where the threads are placed enjoy a sharp reduction in wrinkles and lines. PDO threads can be used for lifting, rejuvenation (improving skin texture and wrinkles), volumising, and even reducing fat. Different threads are used for different purposes.  

The rejuvenate effects kick in after 1-2 months – you will notice better skin texture, firmer and smoother skin. Depending on the technique and which is used, the results will vary from person to person.

In about 9 months after the treatment, the threads would have dissolved, but the results will still continue for many more months. I recommend repeating the procedure 9-12 months after the first procedure, to allow for a long lasting result of up to 2 years. PDO threads have rapidly become a popular minimally invasive alternative to surgical facelift procedures.

PDO Threads can treat:

Neck / Jowls /Jaw line / Nasolabial folds / Crow’s feet / Undereye area / Eyebrows / Cheeks /Marionette lines / Sagging and Wrinkled Neck

General aftercare advice:

• Some pain/discomfort after treatment can be expected, Ibuprofen can be taken if required.
• Do not have any other aesthetic procedures (such as toxins, fillers, peels etc.) for 7 days
• Avoid extreme temperatures, alcohol and anticoagulants for 7 days. Those taking Prescribed anticoagulants such as aspirin/warfarin must continue to do so but must be aware that bruising is more likely
• Gently wash the treated area as required, but do not rub or massage for 2 weeks
• It is important not to overstretch the treated area (i.e. open the mouth wide) for 4 weeks (avoid dental treatment during this time if possible)
• Do not have Radio-frequency, IPL, Laser or other heat treatments near the treated area for 10 weeks

The PDO Thread lift can be combined with other treatments. It works particularly well with biostimulting fillers such as Radiesse and Hyaluronic Acid– to provide a comprehensive anti-aging solution which now allows us to turn back the clock for our patients, like never before, without surgery. PDO threads have over a decade long safety track record in surgery and wound closure. PDO threads gained FDA approval.